417138

Investigation of the role of SOCS3 and SLC29A1 rs760370 single gene polymorphisms in chronic hepatitis B in a group of Egyptian patients

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Last updated: 29 Mar 2025

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Immunology

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Background: Chronic hepatitis B (CHB) virus is a major global health concern, often progressing to liver cirrhosis (LC) and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Genetic polymorphisms in SOCS3 and SLC29A1 have been implicated in disease susceptibility. However, their roles in the Egyptian population remain underexplored. Aim: This study aims to investigate the association of SOCS3 (rs4969168, rs4969170) and SLC29A1 (rs760370) polymorphisms with the progression of hepatitis B virus (HBV)-related liver diseases in a group of Egyptian patients. Subjects and Methods: The study was conducted on 50 healthy controls, 50 CHB patients, and 50 LC patients. Genomic DNA was extracted and analyzed for polymorphisms using quantitative real-time PCR. Routine laboratory tests and clinical assessments were performed. Statistical analysis was used to identify any associations between genetic polymorphisms, immune response, and clinical outcomes. Results: The SLC29A1 rs760370 AA genotype was more prevalent in CHB (70%) and LC (86%) patients than in controls (24%) (P < 0.001). Carriers of the A allele had higher odds for CHB (OR = 20.417) and LC (OR = 25.083). The SOCS3 rs4969168 GG genotype was associated with CHB (50%) and LC (82%) compared to controls (14%) (P < 0.001), with increased susceptibility (OR = 6.296 and 22.034). The SOCS3 rs4969170 GG genotype had the highest odds for CHB (OR = 279.0) and LC (OR = 1302.0). Conclusion: This study identifies SOCS3 and SLC29A1 gene polymorphisms as major genetic determinants in HBV-related liver disease progression in Egyptian patients, highlighting their use as potential biomarkers for HBV-related risk assessment.

DOI

10.21608/jcbr.2025.356950.1383

Keywords

Hepatitis, HBV, Cirrhosis, Egyptian, patients, SLC29A1, SOCS3, virus

Authors

First Name

Alshimaa

Last Name

Elmalawany

MiddleName

Mohamed

Affiliation

Clinical Pathology Department, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebin Elkom, Egypt

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smalawany@liver.menofia.edu.eg

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0000-0002-9297-8326

First Name

Wesam

Last Name

Hamed

MiddleName

Elzanaty

Affiliation

Clinical Pathology Department, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebin Elkom, Egypt

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wesam.zanaty@liver.menofia.edu.eg

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First Name

Hind

Last Name

Abo Shabaan

MiddleName

Saad

Affiliation

Clinical Pathology Department, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebin Elkom, Egypt

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drhindsaad@liver.menofia.edu.eg

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-

First Name

Reham

Last Name

Ashour

MiddleName

Hamed

Affiliation

Department of Hepatology and Gastroenterology, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebin Elkom, Egypt

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reham.ashour@liver.menofia.edu.eg

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First Name

Eman

Last Name

Shehata

MiddleName

Labib

Affiliation

Clinical Pathology Department, National Liver Institute, Menoufia University, Shebin Elkom, Egypt

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eman.labib@liver.menofia.edu.eg

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9

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1

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54011

Issue Date

2025-03-01

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2025-01-31

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2025-03-01

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27

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39

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3009-6391

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3009-7312

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885

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Egyptian Journal of Cancer and Biomedical Research

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https://jcbr.journals.ekb.eg/

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Investigation of the role of SOCS3 and SLC29A1 rs760370 single gene polymorphisms in chronic hepatitis B in a group of Egyptian patients

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29 Mar 2025